Recreation Therapist, New Day Residential
About the role
New Day Residential Program (NDRP) is a state specialty bed, residential level of care facility (group home). The program model is based on a community-oriented framework of practice, which includes the following characteristics: a culture of non-violence; shared governance; social responsibility and personal growth and change. The primary goal is to provide a caring, therapeutic environment that facilitates and promotes adaptive skill acquisition in a safe, supportive environment for girls aged 15–19 years old who reside in the program for nine months to a year.
Responsibilities
- Encourage the development of satisfying recreational interests and skills for participation in on-site and community-based recreational programs.
- Provide youth with structured and guided activities on the program's site or in the community which are participatory in nature and directly related to the youth treatment planning needs.
- Examples may include, but not limited to: yoga, movement, music, art therapy, vocational activities, etc.
- Conduct recreation/leisure assessments and report findings.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Creative Arts Modality (Art, Dance, Music, or Recreation Therapy)
- At least one year of Recreation Therapist applicable work experience
- Board certification in Art, Dance/Movement, Music, or Recreation Therapy
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Creative Arts Modality (Art, Dance, Music, or Recreation Therapy) preferred
Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of community resources and recreational activities
Benefits and Perks
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Pay
$33.26 per hour
Schedule
Evening shift is 3-11pm